Photos: 2010 cars with best expected resale value

ALG's annual Residual Value Awards predicted vehicles expected to retain the highest percentage of their original price after three years. Honda Fit won the award for compact cars for the second consecutive year.

ALG's annual Residual Value Awards predicted vehicles expected to retain the highest percentage of their original price after three years. Honda Fit won the award for compact cars for the second consecutive year.

Though probably not at the forefront of a car buyer's mind, it's important to consider what a vehicle's future resale (or residual) value might be. These 2010 model year vehicles are expected to hold the most of their original value within their vehicle class after three years. The list is provided by Automotive Lease Guide.